LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Following a weekend of tragic shootings, a local organization is stepping in to provide aid and resources to the community. Officials emphasize that despite a recent decline in homicides, significant change is still needed as gun violence continues to impact the area. “We hear about it, we see it on the news but…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – An early morning crash in Lexington has left one man hospitalized. Lexington Police responded to a call at about 6:30 a.m. regarding a vehicle accident on Todds Road, near Combs Ferry Road. When they got there, officers discovered a car on its side with a man trapped inside. He was removed and taken to…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police are investigating a triple shooting that happened early Saturday morning on Versailles Road in Lexington. According to police, the incident resulted in three people being injured. Two victims were taken to the hospital; one is suffering from life-threatening injuries while the other has non-life-threatening injuries. A third victim later showed up at the…
HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — State police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at Baptist Health Hardin Hospital on Saturday. Investigators report that Elizabethtown police shot an armed suspect after responding to a call regarding a man who had allegedly fired a shot inside the hospital. Elizabethtown police identifying the suspect as 39 year-old George Lee…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW)— A woman charged in connection with her baby’s death is due in court Monday morning for a preliminary hearing, which was rescheduled earlier this month. Kaela Walker, along with Amancio Torres-Trevino, faces charges of child abuse related to the death of their three-month-old son, Greyson Torres. Police report that the baby died earlier this…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — A teenager arrested after shots were fired at a mini mart last week is due in court today for an arraignment. 18 year-old Aubrion Johnson faces multiple charges, including robbery, wanton endangerment, and assault. According to investigators, Johnson was arrested on Friday following a call about a robbery involving gunfire at the mini…
Paramedic Recovering After Weekend Crash in Laurel County LAUREL COUNTY — A paramedic is recovering after being injured in a crash over the weekend. According to the sheriff’s office, Paramedic Lieutenant Will Bishop was airlifted to U.K. Hospital on Saturday following a collision while returning from an emergency call. The Laurel County Ambulance Service reported that Bishop was “banged up…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Fayette County public school board members are engaging with the community this week, providing an opportunity for local residents to participate in discussions regarding the school district. According to the district, the first public session will take place Monday night from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lafayette High School. Additional sessions are scheduled…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead on Saturday. According to police, around 10:50 p.m. officers were called to the 400 block of East Fifth Street for a shooting with a victim. Upon arrival, they found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital where…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Fall is here and Halloween is just around the corner. Lexington Parks and Recreation have been busy hosting many fall and Halloween events this month. Parks and Rec says this weekend will be very busy. “Tonight we have our final ‘Freaky Flicks’ movie at Moondance Amphitheater in Beaumont,” said Superintendent of Arts and Events,…
It was another frosty start to Friday across Central and Eastern Kentucky as high pressure overhead brough clear skies and light winds, created optimal conditions for some solid radiational cooling This allowed temperatures to drop into the low to mid-30s with a good amount of frost around the area at daybreak. With full sunshine through the day temperatures recovered nicely as…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear has signed an executive order creating the ‘Governor’s Council of Second Chance Employers,’ a new initiative aimed at promoting second-chance hiring and expanding career opportunities within Kentucky’s prison system. The council is part of efforts to support reintegration and reduce recidivism among former inmates. Governor Beshear emphasized the council’s mission, stating,…
WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Drivers across the state can now display a new sight on the road: Red River Gorge license plates. These plates not only showcase the stunning landscape of Kentucky but also contribute to an important cause—the Wolfe County Search and Rescue. “This gives us a way to fund the equipment, the ropes, the…